These Slow Cooker Smoky Beans with Bacon are the ultimate comfort food—smoky, savory, and slow-cooked to perfection! Packed with tender beans, bacon, and a rich tomato-molasses sauce, this dish is cozy, filling, and budget-friendly. It’s perfect for chilly nights, family dinners, or feeding a hungry crowd. Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Smoky Beans with […]

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These BLT Sliders for Parties are the ultimate crowd-pleasing mini sandwiches, layered with crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted buns! BLT sliders are a fun and satisfying twist on the classic sandwich—ideal for parties, game days, or even a quick weeknight dinner. Made with just a handful of ingredients and ready in minutes, […]

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These Bacon Avocado Tomato Bites are little nibbles of heaven! They can be enjoyed as a low-carb snack, appetizer or a light meal and take just 20 minutes to prepare. They make such an attractive plate they would be perfect hors d’oeuvres at your next summer gathering. Bacon Avocado Tomato Bites The full ingredients list […]

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Fresh and tasty, yet warm and comforting, this delicious Chicken Avocado Salad is an ideal lunch or light supper option. The homemade honey-mustard vinaigrette is made with two types of mustard, honey, and white balsamic vinegar and pairs perfectly with the chicken, bacon, avocado, and salad greens. Chicken Avocado Salad The full ingredients list and […]

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Looking for a party appetizer or a side dish with a kick? Look no further than these Jalapeño Popper Baked Potatoes. Absolutely bursting with flavor they are sure to be a big hit with guests! Jalapeño Popper Baked Potatoes The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end […]

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Eggs Benedict with homemade Hollandaise sauce is the ultimate in luxury breakfast dishes. We make it easy for you as we show you how to create the dish from scratch including how to achieve the perfect poached egg!  Eggs Benedict The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the […]

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The holidays call for upscaling and the modest BLT shouldn’t be left out! So here we have the BLT With a Twist! Along with your usual BLT ingredients, you will also need a delicious homemade avocado spread made with Greek yogurt, cumin, lime, and garlic. And voila! A luxurious sandwich that is worthy of any […]

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Party appetizer ideas don’t get much better than this! Add this Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Ball to your party menu this holiday season and wow your guests with flavor! Ready in just 30 minutes and using an array of herbs and spices, this dish will be the talk of the town! This post is part of […]

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The Holidays are about indulgence and these Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates are the perfect luxurious festive party appetizer. Using Medjool dates, goat cheese, bacon, honey, and almonds, the bacon-wrapped dates are ready for the party table in just 30 minutes. This post is part of Create the Holidays (formerly Create Christmas) – a series of festive […]

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These Classic Baked Potato Skins are the ultimate party appetizer. With just a few simple ingredients, turn average baked potatoes into something that tastes out of this world! The potato skins are filled with Cheddar and bacon, then topped with sour cream. So easy yet so delicious! Classic Baked Potato Skins The full ingredients list […]

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If you’re looking for a delicious appetizer to serve at your next party, these Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers are a perfect choice. The recipe (which serves 24) is quick and easy to prepare and the jalapeño poppers will liven up any party table with their cheesy bacon flavor! Don’t have time for this recipe now? Be […]

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Bacon in a salad? Yes, please! This Roasted Broccoli and Bacon Salad is one not to miss! Fresh broccoli is roasted and tossed with bacon, raisins, and sunflower seeds and drizzled with a delicious yogurt dressing to bring everything together. The salad is ready in 30 minutes and works great as a side or main […]

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This easy Wedge Salad is loaded with avocado, bacon, and eggs and dressed with homemade blue cheese dressing. The salad is a great low carb dish eaten on the side, or as a light meal in itself. Wedge Salad The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end […]

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These Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts are a tasty little party appetizer and inspired by the classic tiki appetizer, Rumaki (but without the chicken livers!). They’re served with a spicy mustard dip and the guests at your holiday gathering are going to love them! Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the […]

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This Apple Butternut Squash Casserole is not only full of vibrant colors, but it’s also full of delicious flavor too. Made with butternut squash, apples, herbs, and spices, and topped with crispy bacon and pecans, it’s a wonderful side dish for the holidays! Apple Butternut Squash Casserole The full ingredients list and instructions are found […]

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These Pancake and Bacon Cupcakes are what dreams are made of! Imagine the best parts of breakfast served up as a cupcake! Yes, PLEASE! A mini stack of pancakes and syrup sits atop a cupcake that’s been covered in maple-frosting and rolled in crispy bacon. It’s a sweet and savory burst of melt in your […]

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Warm, sunny, summer days mean eating al fresco, be it in the garden, at the beach, at the park or on a day out. My challenge for this month is to create a summer dish with British Lion Eggs, so I decided to turn a camping favourite – eggy bread – into something a bit […]

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